Thu Oct 24
Frank Catalano
7PM / $35 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
Frank Catalano
“Frank Catalano is John Coltrane energy for the 21st Century” - Downbeat Magazine
Legendary Saxman Frank Catalano is excited to make his triumphant return to the world-renowned Blues Alley stage. Thanks to his signature sound and renowned reputation, Catalano consistently headlines world-class festivals and sells-out jazz venues throughout the USA, Europe, and Japan.
Now 47, Catalano began playing professionally at age 12. He is the only known saxophonist to perform with Miles Davis, Charles Earland, Elvin Jones, Junior Wells, Randy Brecker, Stan Getz, Betty Carter, Tito Puente, Tony Bennett, and Louie Bellson while still in high school. As a teenager, Catalano signed to Delmark Records and released a string of critically acclaimed recordings with jazz greats including Randy Brecker, Ira Sullivan, Willie Pickens, Paul Wertico, and his mentor Von Freeman.
Frank has been heard by millions of people thanks to his collaborations with Beyoncé, Maurice Joshua, Destiny’s Child, John Legend, Tony Bennett, Seal, etc. Recent highlights include playing a 7-minute improvised sax solo at The Hollywood Bowl with The Smashing Pumpkins, closing out the Chicago Blues Festival with Los Lobos, and performing with Les Claypool, Sean Lennon, and The Violent Femmes. He also teamed up on a unique version of the Jane’s Addiction hit "Jane Says" with Perry Farrell, Billy Corgan, and Jimmy Chamberlin for the July 4th Highland Park Victims fundraiser.
7PM / $35 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
1. Final sale, no refunds, not transferable.
2. $15 food/beverage minimum per person not included in ticket price.
3. Seating first come at the door. Doors open 6 PM & 8:45 PM respectively.
4. Photography or Recording of any kind is prohibited during the performance.
5. Keep conversation to a minimum during the performance.